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Traffic Trivia Quiz

'Traffic' is one of my favorite movies.

A multiple-choice quiz by jessesky1969. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
jessesky1969

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
63,562

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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777

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Question 1 of 10

1. 'Traffic' is loosely based on what? Hint

A novel written by an ex-Tijuana State Policeman.

A British TV miniseries.

A PBS original documentary series.

Series of events collected by the editors of CNN.

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Question 2 of 10

2. The first story arc centers on Javier Rodriguez Rodriguez (Benicio del Toro). What is his occupation? Hint

D.E.A. Agent

Tijuana State Policeman

EPIC (El Paso Intelligence Center) Agent

United States Border Patrolman

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Question 3 of 10

3. Another section of 'Traffic' revolves around Robert Wakefield (Michael Douglas) and his family. After being an Ohio State Supreme Court Justice, what was his new occupation? Hint

a United States Supreme Court Justice

a D.E.A. Agent

A drug enforcement official appointed by the president

a United States Senator

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which character anchored the third part of 'Traffic'? Hint

Helena Ayala

Caroline Wakefield

Francisco 'Frankie' Flores (Flowers)

General Arturo Salazar

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Question 5 of 10

5. Michael Douglas signed on to portray Robert Wakefield. However, there were two actors who were considered for the part before Douglas. Who were the two actors? Hint

Robert De Niro and Kevin Spacey

Harrison Ford and Kevin Costner

Al Pacino and Mel Gibson

Gene Hackman and Morgan Freeman

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Question 6 of 10

6. Rosario, Madrigal's mistress, was played by a special appearance by which actress? Hint

Jennifer Lopez

Thalia

Penelope Cruz

Salma Hayek

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Question 7 of 10

7. How many cities were used for settings throughout 'Traffic'? Hint

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Question 8 of 10

8. Caroline Wakefield, while in Alcoholics Anonymous, mentioned that she was not really into alcohol. What was her reason for not having interest in alcohol? Hint

It was easier for people her age to obtain drugs.

She thought she was in too advanced a social circle only to be drinking alcohol.

She hated the taste.

It was too risky to drink because her parents may have smelled the alcohol on her breath.

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Question 9 of 10

9. Director Steven Soderbergh was not allowed to use any government officials during the cocktail party sequence in Washington, D.C.

True

False

10. After Javier lured assassin Frankie Flowers from the 'men's' bar into the hands of General Salazar, Salazar said to Javier, 'I'm curious how you did this with such economy.' What was Javier's response regarding how easy it was to capture him? Hint

'Everybody has a weakness.'

'I got him drunk with tequila and cerveza.'

'You're dealing with an expert.'

'Why does it matter?'

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. 'Traffic' is loosely based on what?

Answer: A British TV miniseries.

'Traffik' was an award winning British miniseries back in 1989.

2. The first story arc centers on Javier Rodriguez Rodriguez (Benicio del Toro). What is his occupation?

Answer: Tijuana State Policeman

Del Toro won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his brilliant role as Javier Rodriguez Rodriguez.

3. Another section of 'Traffic' revolves around Robert Wakefield (Michael Douglas) and his family. After being an Ohio State Supreme Court Justice, what was his new occupation?

Answer: A drug enforcement official appointed by the president

Unfortunately, as Wakefield was working his way through the Washington D.C. political scene, his daughter Caroline was delevoping a serious drug addiction.

4. Which character anchored the third part of 'Traffic'?

Answer: Helena Ayala

The character of Helena Ayala, played by Catherine Zeta-Jones, was originally written as being a mother of two. However, due to Zeta-Jones being pregnant during filming, her character was changed to being a mother of a young son who was eight months pregnant.

5. Michael Douglas signed on to portray Robert Wakefield. However, there were two actors who were considered for the part before Douglas. Who were the two actors?

Answer: Harrison Ford and Kevin Costner

Ford ended up doing 'K-19' and Costner did '3000 Miles To Graceland'.

6. Rosario, Madrigal's mistress, was played by a special appearance by which actress?

Answer: Salma Hayek

7. How many cities were used for settings throughout 'Traffic'?

Answer: 8

The cities were: the San Diego {area;} the border town of Nogales, {Arizona;} a desert airstrip in Las Cruces, New {Mexico;} a government building in Columbus, {Ohio;} various neighborhoods in Cincinnati, {Ohio;} a Georgetown {mansion;} the White House in Washington {D.C.;} and Los Angeles, California.

8. Caroline Wakefield, while in Alcoholics Anonymous, mentioned that she was not really into alcohol. What was her reason for not having interest in alcohol?

Answer: It was easier for people her age to obtain drugs.

Erika Christensen prepared for the role by attending AA meetings and talking to ex-addicts and people who were coming through their addiction.

9. Director Steven Soderbergh was not allowed to use any government officials during the cocktail party sequence in Washington, D.C.

Answer: False

There were U.S. Senators, Congressman and Congresswomen, and several well-known journalists in attendance, among other notables appearing as themselves. The extras portraying themselves included: Harry Ried, Jeff Podolsky, Barbara Boxer, Orrin G. Hatch, and Charles Grassley. During the scene, Michael Douglas was followed by a camera and while in character, asked them questions and got their feelings regarding the drug war, what the specific problems were in their states, and so on.

Answer: 'Everybody has a weakness.'

Source: Author jessesky1969

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